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International distributor of #Metalworking #Machinery to bend metal, cut metal or shape metal. #machinetools #manufacturing #tools #sales #madeinusa

Chicago, Illinois
Joined January 2012
Shop floor space is valuable. Selecting machinery that fits your available footprint while meeting production requirements can help create a more efficient working environment. americanmachinetools.com #MachineShop #ShopEfficiency #Metalworking #Manufacturing
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Blade tooth pitch matters when cutting metal. Material thickness, shape, and type all influence which blade will provide the best cutting performance. americanmachinetools.com #MetalCutting #BandSaw #MachiningTips #Fabrication
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Chatter during machining can affect surface finish and tool life. Tool condition, workholding, machine rigidity, and cutting parameters are all worth checking when vibration becomes a problem. americanmachinetools.com #MachiningTips #Metalworking #MachineShop #PrecisionMachining
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CNC bed mills combine computer-controlled machining with a rigid machine configuration. They're worth considering for shops producing precision components and repeatable parts. americanmachinetools.com #CNCMilling #CNCmachining #MachineTools #Manufacturing
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Taking on different types of work often starts with having the right equipment. Adding machining or fabrication capabilities can open the door to projects your shop previously had to outsource. americanmachinetools.com #MachineShop #Manufacturing #MetalFabrication #MachineTools
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Before selecting a shear, brake, or plate roll, consider more than material thickness. Material strength, working length, and the operation itself all affect equipment requirements. americanmachinetools.com #FabricationTips #SheetMetal #Metalworking #Manufacturing
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Surface grinders are designed to produce accurate, smooth finishes on flat metal surfaces. They're a valuable addition to shops where precision and surface quality matter. americanmachinetools.com #SurfaceGrinding #PrecisionMachining #MachineShop #Metalworking
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Every shop has different demands. Whether you're producing one-off parts, repairing equipment, or handling repetitive production work, choosing machinery around your applications is the key. americanmachinetools.com #Manufacturing #MachineTools #Metalworking #Fabrication
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Cutting speed and feed rate aren't the same thing. Both influence tool life, surface finish, and machining efficiency. Matching them to your material and tooling is essential. americanmachinetools.com #MachiningTips #CNCmachining #Metalworking #MachineShop
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Looking for flexibility in sheet metal bending? Magnetic brakes offer an alternative to traditional clamping systems, making them useful for forming boxes, trays, and complex shapes. americanmachinetools.com #SheetMetal #MagneticBrake #MetalBending #Fabrication
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